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W338 CFV

2000 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,526 mi
Last recorded97,526 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW338 CFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2014 97,526 miles

both sills slightly corroded

exhaust system deteriorated / minor leak

Pass 18 Oct 2012 91,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all coil springs slightly corroded

exhaust slightly deteriorated / minor leaks at jonits

Fail 22 Sep 2012 91,075 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

battery insecure

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s/f seat belt slightly frayed

Pass 20 Sep 2011 85,863 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 83,458 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 78,369 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 75,225 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 70,026 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 62,594 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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W338 CFV is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 52,099 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W338 CFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W338 CFV registered?

W338 CFV is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 19 June 2000.

Is W338 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W338 CFV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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